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Malls, Restaurants, Streets, Money
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hot and dry weather conditons, extreme heat in summer
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disappear down in Baatha or grab a latte at Starbucks - the best of old and new reigns supreme
10 Reviews Located in the lowest area in Riyadh, about 25km from City Center you can find Dirab Desert . It doesnt have fine rusty color sands but the view and the mountains sorrounding it is really breath taking. The whole area was covered by mountains years back and not until the government decided to...
14 Reviews The Masmak Fortress is a 19th century mud fortress at the heart of Al-Bathaa, Riyadh's old quarter. It houses collections of traditional dress and crafts, a traditional diwan or sitting room with an open courtyard and a working water well. It was extensively renovated in the 1980's and is now...
5 Reviews Since 1985, every year, and during the first Quarter of the year, Riyadh city celebrates the hertage and culture joint by large number of cultural fiqures from all over The Arabic countries. Al Janadriya national Festival for hertiage culture is an annual event, which is the largest of its kind in...
4 Reviews The Kingdom tower or Al mamlaka is the iconic symbol of Saudi Arabia located at olaya road. It is the tallest building in Riyadh City and considering the 25th tallest building in the world selected as the “best new skyscraper in the year 2002 for design and functionality. The tower's unique shape...
2 Reviews This can be a things to do tip or off the beaten path tip Edge of the World is located up straight from the Acacia Valley. This place is also called the rock framed window because from the cliffs you can see a dramatic view of the plains below. The view wasnt clear when we went there coz its...
7 Reviews The National Museum is established at the eastern side of the King Abdul Aziz Historical Center as a national landmark to enrich knowledge,education and culture. The two-story building consists of 10 galleries, two of which are assigned for visiting and temporary exhibits. There are also...
6 Reviews A scene of Desert activities, Saudi people enjoying and spendingtime in the desert, i took this picture during our road trip in Easter province. You have seen a 4-wheel drive, quad bikes, having picnic, camping. Most of the time they should be done over the weekend during winter and spring...
2 Reviews Diplomatic quarter is located in the northwest of Riyadh which more than 90 foreign embassies should be found and so many international organizations, gardens, sports facilities and housings are her Our first visit in this place was when we had our interview in US embassy to get a US visa we’ve...
7 Reviews The ruins of Al Dir’aiyah, the ancient Saudi capital, lie 32 km north-west of Al Batha. The city flourished in the late 18th century under the First Saudi Empire, but was razed in 1818 by invading Ottomans. Reconstruction began in 1980 & today there is much to see, especially the Mosque of Mohammed...
2 Reviews Completed in the year 2000, Al Faisaliah Center is one of two stunning skyscrapers in Riyadh. The 266-metre tower was built by Al Faisaliah Group, a holding company owned by the descendants of the late King Faisal of Saudi Arabia. Building code restricts inhabited floors to a limit of 30, but the...
3 Reviews After 3 years of living here in Riyadh, i finally set foot into the famous family get away here in Riyadh.....The Riyadh ZOO. I was thinking of where to bring my daughter one weekend and i though of taking her to this Zoo considering she loves to see animals :-) The place is relatively big..with...
2 Reviews This large, airy square is called Midan Aladl, or Justice Square. It is the heart of the old town (Baatha), and lies right next to the Grand Mosque and a few steps from the Masmak fortress. In the square are a couple of sugar cane juice stands and a lousy fast food joint. The most interesting...
Al Faisaliah, A Rosewood Hotel
7 Reviews and 56 Opinions The Al-Fasaliah hotel in Riyadh is part of the leading hotels of the world, from check in to check...
7 Reviews and 49 Opinions [Dec 06] The Khozama is a perfectly placed hotel north of the Faisiliya centre on Olaya street...
Mama Noura Juice Center: Shaurma
anees Says: The best middle eastern fast food restaurant. Their Shawrma is so popular as you have to take long queque to get your order ready. They have several branches in Riyadh, Al Dhabab Street branch would be good choice after walking around King Fahad Medical City. The other...
anees Says: Sine 1947, when construction work commenced for the current railway network in the Kingdom linking Riyadh the capital city with Dammam in Eatern province through Hafuf and Biqaq cities. Saudi Railways Organization operates several passangers trains every day between Riyadh...
sulaiman albarrak the cheat of mascon al-moosa tr: mascon the soft pirates
hilal_jamali Says: oh the computer souk is a souk of cheats, frauds .It is not worth buying even a pen drive in the market . YOu find all types of crooks running the shops . The biggest amoung them is Management system consultants ( mascon) located in al moosa tower .It is run by a guy...
Dthey Says: Supposing you plan to go somewhere in public, a restaurant, a mall or other public areas always have your passport (if your iqama hasn’t been given yet) and ID with you or other supporting documents. If you are a non-Saudi citizen hired to work in Riyadh you will be given an...
baronedivandastad Says: A lot of questions in the VT forum verge on security and terrorism. You can get a good snapshot of the current situation from the American embassy web site.This is the official version. However, reality is different. I won't take responsibility if you choose not to follow...
toni28 Says: I tried to take taxi here four times when my husband was not be able to drive me, though ladies are not advisable to take a taxi here especially at night time unless you accompanied with your kids.My first 3 hired were okay and the last one was bad it was happened when me...
toni28 Says: Feb to March is the month of spring season here in riyadh, the flowers are blooming around just like these kind of flowers I don’t know what kind of flower it is, I found it inside the resort it looks like a coli flower but it's not.Riyadh has been celebrated their first...
humayun72 Says: Saudi weekend begins on Wednesday afternoon. Shopping malls announce their new promotions to coincide with weekend and all the malls are overcrowded. So, unless you are hunting for a bargain on some favorite item, don't go shopping on Wednesday evening. Thursday morning is...
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Riyadh..My New HOME - The culture of Saudi Arabia is a rich one that has been shaped by its Islamic heritage, its historical role as an ancient trade center, and its Bedouin traditions. Saudi society has experienced...
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Q: my daughter has just started working in riyadh and we would like to visit her. however, getting into riyadh appears to be...
A: I had researched entry permits to Saudi Arabia some time ago and the requirements are very strict and fairly complicated. The best option would probably be to contact...
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The culture of Saudi Arabia is a rich one that has been shaped by its Islamic heritage, its historical role as an ancient trade center, and its Bedouin traditions. Saudi society has experienced...
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In the past 30 years Riyadh has, like many other Middle East cities, exploded into a modern, vibrant commercial centre with many Western characteristics. This rapid growth is also reflected in the...
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Welcome to the MidWest - erm... Middle East
Yes, if you ignore the traditional arabic dresses and the sometimes cryptical signs Riyadh is more of a midwestern city in the US than the capital of one of the oldest middle eastern countries. Large...
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Riyadh, 5 Million of Inhabitants from All Over
Its the capital and largest city in Saudi Arabia with population at about 5 million. The city has a rapidly growing center where you will find new high raise buildings, international restuarants,......
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I arrived in Riyadh on the 11th June 2002. My job is based in Riyadh for most of the year, but I've been lucky and got to spend the last 2 summers in Jeddah.
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